Japanese brand adds new range-topping variant to small SUV line-up.

Suzuki to launch turbo Vitara

Suzuki has revealed plans to launch its new turbocharged Vitara in Australia in the second quarter of 2016.

The Japanese brand will ditch its current range-topping RT-X in favour of the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol variant.

The new Turbo spec model - which has launched in Europe under the S moniker - will deliver 103kW and 220Nm in European spec which gives it a 17KW and 64Nm advantage over the outgoing RT-X variant and will be available in both two-wheel and all-wheel drive.

Suzuki Australia has not yet revealed the exact price or specifications for the new Vitara Turbo, however, it was revealed that it would have a similar level of kit to the outgoing RT-X.